This unit has application in a wine operations laboratory environment. It typically targets the worker responsible for applying laboratory principles to identify and rectify testing problems. |
Analyse laboratory data, and | ||
Perform basic analytical tests, or | ||
Perform basic microbiological tests, or | ||
Perform packaging quality control procedures | ||
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Identify out-of-standard test equipment and/or process performance | Equipment and/or process is inspected to confirm it is operating according to specification Equipment and/or process outputs are inspected to confirm they are consistent with product and/or process specifications Signs of equipment wear and potential malfunction are recognised Parameters for out-of-standard performance are recognised and/or identified |
Identify causes of out-of-standard performance | Out-of-standard performance is investigated using standard troubleshooting steps according to workplace procedures Service and/or calibration records are reviewed Procedure is reviewed to ensure correct materials, equipment and protocol were followed Appropriate validation or performance checks are conducted as required Equipment and/or process variables are analysed and a list of possible causes prepared Most probable causes are identified using appropriate elimination techniques |
Initiate corrective action | Corrective action is trialled based on outcome of investigation Equipment and/or process is monitored to ensure outputs are within specification Trial results are reviewed and corrective action validated |
Record information | Workplace information is recorded in the appropriate format |
Required skills |
Note: The following required skills should be applied as appropriate to the equipment and processes that are used in the particular winery or workplace. Ability to: Access, interpret and apply workplace information to identify equipment and process specifications and operating parameters Liaise with other work areas (e.g. cellar, production line, maintenance and winemaker) Select, fit and use personal protective clothing and/or equipment Confirm supply of necessary product, materials and services Recognise and identify anomalous equipment and/or process outcomes Identify causes of out-of-standard performance Take corrective action to rectify out-of-standard performance. This may involve adjusting, rectifying or modifying test equipment or process, which may include: calibrating or standardising checking reagents dismantling equipment replacing components performing routine maintenance, cleaning or sanitising procedures adjusting parameters modifying procedures manipulating data Monitor results of corrective action Verify success of corrective action Report and/or record corrective action required Sort, collect, treat, recycle or dispose of waste Maintain workplace records Maintain work area to meet housekeeping standards Clean and sanitise equipment according to enterprise procedures Conduct routine preventive maintenance according to enterprise procedures Take samples according to enterprise procedures |
Required knowledge |
Note: The following required knowledge should be applied as appropriate to the equipment and processes that are used in the particular winery or workplace. Knowledge of: Purpose and principles of troubleshooting procedures Principles and procedures relating to test equipment operation Equipment and instrumentation components, purpose and operating parameters Normal range of results for test procedures How to read, calculate and evaluate results Relevant standards and specifications and basic legislative requirements (e.g. quality, health, safety, labelling and equipment) and their implications Workplace policy and/or procedures with regard to: reporting out-of-standard performance or non-compliance calibration and service requirements of test equipment troubleshooting protocol problem-solving protocol making changes to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) Services used Significance and method of monitoring control points within a process Causes of variation or inaccuracies and corrective action required Occupational health and safety (OHS) hazards and controls Lock-out and tag-out procedures as required Procedures and responsibility for reporting problems Waste handling requirements and procedures Cleaning and sanitising requirements where relevant Routine maintenance requirements of equipment where relevant Sampling techniques where relevant |
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. | |
Overview of assessment | Assessment must be carried out in a manner that recognises the cultural and literacy requirements of the assessee and is appropriate to the work performed. Competence in this unit must be achieved in accordance with food safety standards and regulations. |
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit | Evidence of ability to: identify and address non-conformances or problems with laboratory equipment identify and address non-conformances or problems with laboratory processes identify causes and address problem cause complete workplace documentation. |
Context of and specific resources for assessment | Assessment must occur in a real or simulated workplace where the assessee has access to: personal protective clothing and equipment as required work procedures, including advice on company practices, safe work practices, food safety, quality and environmental requirements instructions, information, specifications and schedules as required equipment, services and corresponding information as required products and materials as required internal and external customers and suppliers as required cleaning procedures, materials and equipment as required documentation and recording requirements and procedures. |
Method of assessment | This unit should be assessed together with other units of competency relevant to the function or work role. |
Guidance information for assessment | To ensure consistency in one's performance, competence should be demonstrated on more than one occasion over a period of time in order to cover a variety of circumstances, cases and responsibilities, and where possible, over a number of assessment activities. |
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included. | |
Policies and procedures | Work is carried out in accordance with workplace procedures, licensing requirements and legislative requirements |
Workplace information | Workplace information may include: SOPs specifications production schedules instructions work notes Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) manufacturer instructions verbal direction from manager, supervisor, or senior operator |
Troubleshooting | Troubleshooting will involve: the use of technical knowledge and skills to investigate out-of-standard performance of routine test equipment, analysis results or processes |
Test equipment | Test equipment should include that which is required to perform routine analysis in the laboratory, production line, cellar or plant. This may include equipment used for: chemical, microbiological and physical tests on product, materials production processes, or environmental management |
Materials | Materials may vary and should include those listed in the enterprise SOPs |
Workplace records | Workplace records may include: calibration logs non-conformance reports corrective action reports service records maintenance records trial results and reports |
Services | Services may include: power water gases |
Information systems | Information systems may be: print or screen based |
Work hazards | Work may involve exposure to: chemical, dangerous or hazardous substances |
Unit sector | Wine operations |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Not applicable.